In academia, international conferences play pivotal role in promoting research and teaching. These events are important avenues for learning through interaction between faculty, researchers and students from different organizations across the country and abroad. Therefore, such events play a significant role in developing a learning culture in academia and motivation for research in students and academia, which is crucial for the growth of education sector. Furthermore, these activities are also highly important in developing awareness in youth about recent advances in research in a given domain of science and technology. The theme of a conference needs to be the one that well-appeals the current socio-economic status/issues of province of a country where the conference is conducted. The agriculture sector of Pakistan contributes 18.9% to GDP and accounts for providing employment to approximately 43% of the country's labor. However, more than 90% of the country has arid to semi-arid climatic conditions. Salinity is another limiting factor that has affected large area of the country for agriculture.
Furthermore, unmanaged anthropogenic disturbance has affected the rangelands of this country, which poses a serious threat to the biodiversity and the environment as a whole. In Balochistan, which is the largest province of the country, extensive mining activities are further aggravating the problems to environment, agriculture and food quality. This international conference will provide an awesome opportunity and platform for the scientists of Balochistan to find solution for these serious issues via communicating with the experts in the field of agriculture, environment and rangeland management. Furthermore, Balochistan is blessed with innumerable species of medicinal plants. This is the need to time to highlight their existence, medicinal importance and potential utilization in future. This conference will be an important avenue for the stakeholders and scientists to utilize this precious resource for the economic growth of this province.
Students are the assets of nation. International conferences provide an excellent opportunity for the students to share their research work and exchange ideas with each other. Their interaction with scientists creates motivation in them and get them acquainted of opportunities to pursue higher education. The interaction of scientists during the event will help develop a Memorandum of Understanding between universities to share pedagogical resources, develop programs and courses facilitate student exchanges. Moreover, since this conference will focus on plant science, biodiversity, environment and agriculture in dry areas, the knowledge from this conference will greatly help promote research in addressing problems related to the sector of agriculture, biodiversity conservation and environment in Balochistan. The outcome of this conference in the form of research grants, enrolment of students in MPhil and PhD degree programs and production of research articles in high impact factor journals will eventually help raise the ranking of University of Balochistan and enhance growth of the sector of education of this province.
This conference will provide an excellent opportunity for students, academic staff and researchers to interact with scientists from Pakistan and abroad.
An avenue of knowledge of new research trends in plant sciences, agronomy and biodiversity of arid regions.
Poster size information needs to be consistent. on the webpage of poster competition, size of poster needs to be mentioned as 3 ft by 4 ft.
Prizes will be distributed to first three best posters
Advanced research in plant science, disease management and biotechnological interventions.
Problems and solutions for biodiversity conservation in dryland ecosystems.
Production, utilization potential and herbal industry development.
Opportunities for better economy and livestock production.
Impact on arid agroecosystems and mitigation options.
Sustainable solutions for agriculture, economy and environment.
May 18-20, 2026 | University of Balochistan, Quetta
Submission Email: shamim.gul@mail.mcgill.ca
Compendium of accepted abstracts: Plant Science, Drylands Management, Biodiversity & Sustainable Development.
Download Abstract Book (PDF)Peer-reviewed scientific contributions.
This conference will be conducted in a Hybrid Mode to ensure maximum participation from around the globe.
Patron-in-Chief
Vice Chancellor, UoB
Co-Patron
Pro Vice Chancellor, UoB
Co-Patron
Dean, Faculty of Life Sciences, UoB
Chief Organizer
Department of Botany, UoB
Principal Organizer
Director ORIC, UoB
Institute of Biochemistry
University of Balochistan
Institute of Biochemistry
University of Balochistan
Principal Organizer
Department of Linguistics and Philology
Department of Chemistry
University of Balochistan
Department of Chemistry
University of Balochistan
Department of Microbiology
University of Balochistan
Center for Biotechnology and Microbiology
University of Swat
Department of Bioengineering
College of Life Sciences and Agri-Forestry, Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyang, China
Agricultural Research Institute
Quetta
Department of Agriculture
Government of Balochistan
Secretary
Department of Botany, UoB
Principal Organizer
Department of Botany, UoB
Principal Organizer
Department of Chemistry, UoB
Department of Botany, UoB
Department of Botany, UoB
Department of Botany, UoB
Department of Botany, UoB
Department of Botany, UoB
Department of Botany, UoB
Department of Botany, UoB
Department of Botany, UoB
Institute of Biochemistry, UoB
Department of Zoology, UoB
Department of Zoology, UoB
Institute of Biochemistry, UoB
Department of Zoology, UoB
Center for Biotechnology, University of Swat
Department of Agriculture, GoB
BARDC, Quetta
Director BARDC, Quetta
BUITEMS, Quetta
BUITEMS, Quetta
BUITEMS, Quetta
Agricultural Research Institute, Quetta
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Zoology, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Institute of Biochemistry, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Agricultural Research Institute, Quetta
Department of Agriculture, Government of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Agricultural Research Institute, Quetta
Balochistan Agricultural Research and Development Center, Quetta
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Biotechnology, BUITEMS, Quetta
Department of Biotechnology, BUITEMS, Quetta
Department of Biotechnology, BUITEMS, Quetta
Department of Biotechnology, BUITEMS, Quetta
Department of Plant Sciences, SBK Women's University, Quetta
Department of Plant Sciences, SBK Women's University, Quetta
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Department of Geology and Regional Planning, University of Balochistan
Department of Zoology, University of Balochistan
Department of Zoology, University of Balochistan
Director, Department of Information Technology, University of Balochistan
Department of Computer Science, University of Balochistan
Director Office of Research Innovation and Commercialization, University of Balochistan
Coordinator Media/Information
Department of Media and Journalism, University of Balochistan
McGill University, Quebec, Canada
Southwest University of Science & Technology, China
University of Texas, MD Anderson, USA
University of Cape Coast, Ghana
PARC & IWMI, Islamabad
International Center for Agricultural Research in Dry Areas (ICARDA)
Chief Minister's Inspection Team, GoP
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Quetta
PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi
University of Swat
The University of Agriculture, Peshawar
The University of Agriculture, Peshawar
PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi
| Category | Early Bird (Till April 25) | Regular (April 26 - May 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Presenters (Students/Faculty) | 500 PKR | 1000 PKR |
| Participants (Attendees) | 1000 PKR | |
Bank: Habib Bank Limited (HBL)
Branch: University Branch, Saryab Road, Quetta
Account Title: ICPSM-2026 Conference
Account Number: 08730010933801
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Venue: Main Auditorium, University of Balochistan
Organizers: Dr. Shamim Gul, Department of Botany, University of Balochistan | Dr. Shazia Saeed, Department of Botany, University of Balochistan | Dr. Aliya Ahmed, Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
| 8:30 - 9:30 am | Registration and Gathering |
| 9:30 - 9:35 am | Recitation of Holy Qur'an |
| 9:35 - 9:37 am | National Anthem |
| 9:37 - 9:42 am | Talk by Chief Conference Organizer Dr. Shamim Gul |
| 9:42 - 9:47 am | Talk by Professor Dr. Muhammad Ayub Kakar, Dean, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Balochistan |
| 9:47 - 10:05 am | Talk by International Keynote Speaker Professor Dr. Joann Karen Whalen, McGill University, Quebec, Canada |
| 10:05 - 10:20 am | Talk by Keynote Speaker Dr. Khair Muhammad Kakar, Director General of the Pakistan Oilseed Department, Government of Pakistan |
| 10:20 - 10:35 am | Talk by Keynote Speaker Dr. Muhammad Islam, International Center for Agricultural Research in Dry Areas |
| 10:35 - 10:45 am | Speech by Vice Chancellor |
| 10:45 - 10:55 am | Speech by Chief Guest |
| 10:55 - 11:10 am | Shield Distribution and Group Photo |
| 11:10 - 11:30 am | Tea Break |
Venue: Committee Room, University of Balochistan
Chairs: Dr. Salman Basit, Department of Biochemistry, Taibah University, Madina, Saudi Arabia | Dr. Nazeer Ahmed | Dr. Naeem Shahwani | Dr. Abdul Wali Tareen (BUITEMS, Quetta)
Organizers: Dr. Abdul Kabir Khan Achakzai | Dr. Ayeesha Masood | Dr. Tariq Ismail (Botany, UoB) | Dr. Syed Abdul Sadiq (ARI, Quetta) | Dr. Naqeebullah | Dr. Samiullah | Dr. Atiq ur Rehman (Chemistry, UoB)
| 11:30 - 11:45 am | Speech by Guest Speaker Dr. Syed Shujaat Ali Zaidi, University of Texas |
| 11:45 am - 1:30 pm | Presentations of Approved Abstracts |
Venue: Media Study Center, University of Balochistan
Chairs: Dr. Muhammad Islam | Dr. Sarfraz Ahmad, Retired Director Rangeland management PARC, Islamabad
Organizers: Dr. Shamim Gul | Dr. Shazia Saeed | Dr. Aliya Ahmed | Professor Dr. Saeed ur Rehman Kakar (Botany, UoB)
| 11:30 - 11:45 am | Speech by Keynote Speaker, Dr. Muhammad Islam, ICARDA, Islamabad |
| 11:45 am - 1:30 pm | Presentations Related to Approved Abstracts |
| 1:30 - 2:30 pm | Lunch and Prayer Break |
| 2:30 - 4:30 pm | Presentations Related to Approved Abstracts |
| 4:30 - 5:00 pm | Distribution of Shields to Keynote Speakers and group photos of the Sessions |
Venue: IMS, Room G-6, University of Balochistan
Chairs: Dr. Sarfraz Ahmad, Retired Director Rangeland management PARC, Islamabad | Professor Dr. Masood Ahmed, Assistant Professor, Department of Horticulture, University of Agriculture, Peshawar
Organizers: Professor Dr. Rasool Bakhsh | Dr. Gul Bano Rehman | Professor Dr. Saeed ur Rehman | Dr. Shazia Saeed | Dr. Aliya Ahmed | Dr. Bakht Zareen (Botany, UoB)
| 9:00 - 9:30 am | Speech of Keynote Speaker, Dr. Sarfraz Ahmed |
| 9:30 - 10:00 am | Speech of Keynote Speaker Dr. Rahmatullah Qureshi |
| 10:00 - 11:30 am | Presentations Related to Approved Abstracts |
Venue: Committee Room, University of Balochistan
Chairs: Professor Dr Muhammad Arif (University of Agriculture, Peshawar) | Dr. Waleed Mehdi | Dr. Muhammad Azam Kakar (FAO, Quetta) | Dr. Jahangir Khan Afridi (BARDC, Quetta) | Dr. Muhammad Arshad (IWMI, Quetta) | Dr. Nadeem Sadiq (Director BARDC) | Mr. Abdullah Baloch (Scientific Officer, BARDC) | Mr. Amanullah (Principal Scientific Officer, BARDC)
Organizers: Professor Dr. Abdul Kabir Khan Achakzai | Dr. Ayeesha Masood | Dr. Kanval Shaukat | Dr. Shaista Alizai (Botany, UoB) | Dr. Naqeebullah | Dr. Samiullah | Dr. Atiq ur Rehman (Chemistry, UoB)
| 9:00 - 9:30 am | Speech of International Keynote Speaker Dr. Haruna Gado Yakubu, University of Cape Coast, Ghana |
| 9:30 - 10:00 am | Speech of Keynote Speaker Dr. Masood Ahmed |
| 10:00 - 10:30 am | Speech of Keynote Speaker, Professor Dr. Muhammad Arif |
| 10:30 - 11:00 am | Presentations Related to Approved Abstracts |
Venue: Main Auditorium, University of Balochistan
Chairs: Dr. Arif Shah Kakar (Department of Agriculture, GoB) | Dr. Javed Nawab (Kohat University) | Dr. Imran Ali (Southwest University, China)
Organizers: Dr. Ali Akbar (University of Swat) | Dr. Imran Ali (Southwest University, China) | Dr. Tariq Ismail (Botany, UoB) | Dr. Sanaullah Panezai (Geology, UoB) | Dr. Fazal ur Rehman (Microbiology, UoB)
| 9:00 - 9:30 am | Speech of International Keynote Speaker, Dr. Imran Ali, Southwest University of Science and Technology, China |
| 9:30 - 10:00 am | Speech of Keynote Speaker Dr. Jahangir Khan |
| 10:00 - 11:00 am | Presentations Related to Approved Abstracts |
| 11:00 - 11:30 am | Tea Break |
| 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | Presentations Related to Approved Abstracts in Parallel Sessions 1, 2 and 3 |
| 1:30 - 2:30 pm | Lunch and Prayer Break |
| 2:30 - 4:30 pm | Presentations Related to Approved Abstracts in Parallel Sessions 1, 2 and 3 |
| 4:30 - 5:00 pm | Distribution of Shields to Keynote Speakers and group photos of the Sessions |
Venue: Institute of Management Sciences, Third Floor, University of Balochistan
Judges: Invited Guest Speakers of the Conference
Organizers: Retired and working faculty members of Department of Botany, UoB | Professor Dr. Muhammad Ayub Kakar | Dr. Samira Khaliq (Biochemistry, UoB) | Dr. Umbreen Shaheen (Zoology, UoB) | Dr. Mahrukh Naseem (Zoology, UoB)
| 9:00 - 11:00 am | Poster Presentations and Evaluation |
| 11:00 - 11:30 am | Tea Break |
Venue: Main Auditorium, University of Balochistan
Secretary: Miss Shazia Fareed, Department of Geography and Regional Planning, University of Balochistan
| 11:30 - 11:35 am | Recitation of Holy Qur'an |
| 11:35 am - 12:35 pm | Highlights of Conference and Recommendations Presented by Dr. Shamim Gul |
| 12:35 - 12:40 pm | Address by Dr. Muhammad Ayub Kakar, Dean, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Balochistan |
| 12:40 - 12:45 pm | Address by Vice Chancellor, University of Balochistan |
| 12:45 - 1:00 pm | Address by Chief Guest |
| 1:00 - 1:30 pm | Distribution of Shields and Certificates to Best Presenters, Organizers, Technical Review Committee and Volunteers |
| 1:30 - 2:30 pm | Lunch |
Dr. Shazia Saeed
Department of Botany, University of Balochistan
Dr. Shamim Gul
Email: Shamim.gul@mail.mcgill.ca
Phone: +923362005882
Prof. Dr. Muzamil Ali Bokhari (Director ORIC)
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ayub Kakar
Dr. Muhammad Zeeshan
Dr. Tariq Ismail
Prof. Dr. Sami Ullah